New Zealand Solar Inverters

Which solar inverter is best in New Zealand?

The best solar inverter available in New Zealand In our opinion, Austrian-based company Fronius, offers the best solar inverters on the market right now, hands down. While they aren’t the cheapest option, they do offer the best value. Here’s why. A quality product built to last The longer your solar system lasts, the more free power you’ll enjoy.

What types of solar inverters are available in Aotearoa?

Victron inverters are also super versatile, allowing you to connect solar batteries, generators, and even other forms of renewable power generation, such as wind turbines and micro- hydro solutions. Now, hybrid inverters are fast becoming the most popular type of solar inverter available in Aotearoa.

What are solar inverters?

Solar inverters are commonly referred to as the brains of a solar system. While panels may be what everyone immediately thinks of when solar is brought up, inverters are what make the magic happen. In order to get a better understanding on inverters in NZ from a beginners point of view, check out the first episode in our new podcast, Solar in NZ.

Who should install a solar inverter?

Solar inverters should always be installed by a professional installer, like ZEN Energy, with experience in solar energy systems. Attempting to install a solar inverter yourself could be dangerous and may also result in damage to the inverter, the solar panels, or other components of your solar energy system.

Who makes the best solar inverter?

One brand that stands out in the solar inverter market is SMA. SMA is a German-owned company that manufactures high-quality solar inverters with an in-built monitoring system called "Smart Connected." This system self-diagnoses any issues, allowing for quick and efficient repairs before significant damage occurs.

What types of inverters are available?

Our range includes grid-tied, hybrid and off-grid inverters. A Grid-tied Inverter is designed to connect to supplement your home or business’ mains power. When there is solar energy to use, the system will deliver it and when there is insufficient energy to deliver, the system will switch back to grid power.